Singapur (en. Singapore)

/siŋaˈpur/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Country and city-state located in Southeast Asia.
Singapore is known for its prosperous economy.
Singapur es conocido por su economía próspera.
A financial and commercial center of great importance in Asia.
Many companies have headquarters in Singapore.
Muchas empresas tienen sedes en Singapur.
Intended to be a diverse and vibrant cultural enclave.
Singapore hosts various cultures and festivals.
Singapur alberga diversas culturas y festivales.

Etymology

The name 'Singapore' comes from the Sanskrit 'Singapura', which means 'city of the lion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Singapore, the city of lions
Phrase that highlights the origin of the name Singapore.
Singapur, la ciudad de los leones
Singapore, the financial center of Asia
Description of Singapore as an important financial hub.
Singapur, el centro financiero de Asia

Related Words

Singaporean
Adjective that describes something related to Singapore.
Singapurés
Singaporean
Demonym for people living in Singapore.
Singapurense
Merlion
Iconic statue of Singapore that combines a fish and a lion.
Merlion

Slang Meanings

Referring to economic prosperity
Since I started investing in Singapore, I have seen great growth.
Desde que empecé a invertir en Singapur, he visto un gran crecimiento.
Simplicity and urban orderliness
Everything in Singapore is so well organized, it’s almost as if everything is planned to the millimeter.
Todo en Singapur está tan bien organizado, es casi como si todo estuviera planeado al milímetro.